Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 500, 518Wh Outdoor
Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 500, 518Wh Outdoor Backup Mobile Lithium Battery Pack with 230V/500W AC Outlet for holiday RV Camping, Outdoor Adventure, Emergency
FAQ
Q1: What devices can Explorer 500 power?
A: Please note that the AC output port can only charge/power devices that operate at less than total 500 Watt.
Q2: How to know the working times for my device? Why does the duration of some devices deviate from the actual usage data?
A: Working time = 518Wh* 0.85 / operating power of your device. The duration of our equipment is based on laboratory data, and the duration of specific equipment usage may vary.
Q3: Does Explorer 500 include a built-in MPPT controller?
A: All Jackery power stations have a built-in MPPT controller.
Note:
Lithium batteries with a watt-hour output greater than 160 WH are generally prohibited from being carried on the plane, either as hand luggage or checked luggage. Please contact your airline for more information. Thank you for your understanding and support.
Package:
- 1*Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station (518Wh Portable Power Station)
- 1*AC Adapter
- 1* Car Charger Cable
SPECIFICATIONS
| Capacity: | 518Wh (24Ah, 21.6V) |
| 1*AC Output: | 1*230V, 500W (1000W peak) |
| Car Port: | DC 12V, 10A |
| 3*USB-A port: | 5V, 2.4A |
| 2*6.5mm*1.4mm DC outputs: | 12V, 7A( for DIY) |
| Input: | 8mm DC, 12V~30V (100W Max) |
| Weight: | 13.3lb |
| Dimension： | 11.84×7.59×9.20in |
 |  |  |  |  |  | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phone | 53 Charges | 100 Charges | ✓ | 24 Charges | 53 Charges | 100 Charges |
| Laptop | 7 Charges | 12.5 Charges | / | 3-4 Charges | 7 Charges | 12.5 Charges |
| Led Light(5W) | 12H/45H | 76H | / | 6H/21H | 12H/45H | 76H |
| CPAP(DC Outlet) | 23H-40H | 55H-78H | / | / | 23H-40H | 55H-78H |
| Mini cooler(60W) | 37H | 66H | / | 18H | 37H | 66H |
| TV(60W) | 7.5H | 14H | / | 3H | 7.5H | 14H |
| Blender(300W) | 6H | 13H | / | / | 6H | 13H |
| Ice Shaver(700W) | / | 3.5H | / | / | / | 3.5H |
| Electric Grill(900W) | / | 50 Mins | / | / | / | 50 Mins |
| Electric Pressure Cooker(1000W) | / | 45 Mins | / | / | / | 45 Mins |
| Weight: | 6 kg |
| Colour: | Green,Red |
| Batteries Included: | Lithium |
| Manufacture: | Jackery |
I love the idea of this product but disappointed that I need to raise it off the floor to relieve stress on the UK kettle lead plugged into the vertically aligned socket. (Some, more flexible leads and plugs are do fit OK) Changing the orientation of the socket, to eliminate this issue would be so simple! Also, I’ve been unable to find out if the charger is compatible with class 1 appliances, ones that need an earth connection. The response from Jackery was uniformative and vague, frustrating. But I still like it and will use it.
With the solar panel plugged in, I can use my laptop and a few other smaller items all day without the charge dropping.
When I’ve used it without the solar panel, the charge only drops to about 88% after a full day’s work (10 hours or so).
I had a slight problem with my wall charger and customer support sent a new one out immediately which arrived the next day. I’m looking to buy a 1000 Jackery next year as I’m intending to live off grid for a while and I will have no hesitation in buying one.
Awesome company.
Also worth commenting on the AC socket orientation which has been mentioned by multiple reviewers. Yes it would be better if it was oriented differently to avoid bottom exiting cables being bent too much as to avoid this currently you need to lie the Jackery on it’s back, however, this really isn’t a major issue as it has no real impact on the operation and should in no way justify the removal of a star from a review.
As a quick additional note, the Jackery UK customer support team are great. I posted a negative review against another company that I tried to buy a unit from which never arrived. Unfortunately this review went against the product and not the other company but Jackery UK were extremely concerned about it thinking I had a bad experience and went out of their way to follow up to ensure I was happy. First rate service and I can totally recommend them.
It happily keeps two phones fully charged along with my camera battery (2000mAh) and my fishing bait-boat batteries (5200mAh). I also use my laptop for about an hour each day. The lowest point I have seen on the charge indicator is 86%.
As the weather has been good on my trips I have kept the solar panel hooked up for about 12hrs per day moving it around to follow the sun every couple of hours. In strong sunshine I get 85W charging but even with full cloud between 10-15W.
The only issue I have is with the location of the 3-pin UK plug socket. When you plug in a device you have to place the power unit on a table or something to raise it from the ground. This is because the wire on a UK plug goes down from the plug socket and there isn’t enough clearance to prevent the wire being kinked. The socket could be turned sideways or upside down to prevent this!
Battery power station tech was new to me and I quickly discovered Jackery was a significant player. Even though there were cheaper competitor products on the market, I kept returning to the Jackery brand for the overall build, functionality and positive reviews. I didn’t have to wait long for the Jackery Explorer to arrive. Once fully charged, I plugged in my PA equipment and left it running for hours. I was amazed how much charge remained! With confidence, the Jackery was used along with my kit for the event and I was truly impressed how long the unit lasted, plus how portable and rugged the unit is. I made the right choice!
My biggest issue is that I’ve bought this and only when I look on the bottom I read it is Made in China. Now I find myself being part of a world who is funding the CCP genocide which is disappointing for me.